纸业巨头“去家族化”近五年，80后“接班人”连辞总裁、董事长

Core Viewpoint - The resignation of Liu Peng as Chairman and President of Zhongshun Jierou Paper Co., Ltd. marks a significant step in the company's ongoing "de-familization" process, initiated by founder Deng Yingzhong to modernize the governance structure and enhance professional management [2][3][4]. Group 1: Leadership Changes - Liu Peng has resigned from multiple key positions including Chairman and President, citing personal career development plans, but will continue to hold other roles within the company [2]. - Liu Peng's tenure saw a shift towards professional management, with Deng Yingzhong stepping back from leadership roles to allow for external managerial talent [3][4]. - The company has appointed Yang Yuzhao, a long-time associate of Deng Yingzhong, as a non-independent director to ensure continuity in the board's operations following Liu Peng's resignation [5]. Group 2: Financial Performance - Zhongshun Jierou's financial performance has deteriorated under Liu Peng's leadership, with a notable decline in net profit, particularly in 2024, where net profit dropped by 76.80% year-on-year [5]. - The company's revenue figures from 2020 to 2024 show fluctuations, with a significant drop in 2024, where revenue decreased by 16.84% compared to the previous year [5]. - The decline in profitability is attributed to intensified market competition and a decrease in overall gross margin [5].